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Bridlington Workhouse a History

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Medina Avenue, Quay Road, Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, YO16 4EL

  • 13 Sep 2025
  • In person
  • Pre-booking not required

"I would rather see my children rot on the doorstep before they should go to the workhouse," said a working man at an inquest on his wife who had died of starvation.

Such fear and horror at the very mention of the workhouse was common in nineteenth century and early twentieth century Britain, but was it justified about every workhouse, universally over the whole period, or just at certain times and dependent on the character of the local Master and Matron - and how did Bridlington fit into the picture?

Come along to this illustrated talk and find out more. There will also be a historical display available.

Timings & Tours

Saturday 13 September:
14.00

Location & directions

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Medina Avenue, Quay Road, Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, YO16 4EL

Directions:
Entrance on Quay Road and to the rear from the car park
Contact on day:
Ros West
Telephone number:
+447812274212

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking not required

Additional information

This talk has been put together by a local historian whose research finds all sorts of hidden histories, well worth going to this one.

Est. tour duration:
1 hour(s)

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